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Hide readies bulldozers for Auckland democracy
Friday, 22 May 2009, 2:49 pm | Green Party
The Government has named the membership of the Auckland Transition Agency, who will bulldoze through its changes despite widespread opposition in Auckland, the Green Party said today. "The group is very well qualified to make rapid change happen, ... More >>
Aiming to Represent Mt Albert
Friday, 22 May 2009, 11:47 am | Green Party
Green Party Co-Leader Russel Norman confirmed today that he wants to represent Mt Albert after National candidate Melissa Lee said she was aiming for second in the by-election. “Melissa Lee told National Radio this morning that she hopes to come ... More >>
Norman urges ARC to stand up against Beehive
Thursday, 21 May 2009, 1:56 pm | Green Party
Green Party Co-Leader Dr Russel Norman urged the Auckland Regional Council to stand up for itself when he presented his submission today on the ARC’s long term council community plan. Dr Norman, the party’s candidate for the Mt Albert by-election, ... More >>
Pork Labelling Urgently Needed, say Greens
Thursday, 21 May 2009, 11:51 am | Green Party
The Prime Minister needs to step in and require the clear labelling of pork products so consumers can act in good conscience and buy humanely reared pork, Green Animal Welfare Spokesperson Sue Kedgley said today. “Consumers have a right to know how ... More >>
Taser Use Is Torture Says UN Report on NZ
Wednesday, 20 May 2009, 2:10 pm | Green Party
The Government should take note of concerns the United Nations Committee Against Torture has regarding the use of the electric stun gun known as the Taser in New Zealand, said Green Party Human Rights Spokesperson Keith Locke. The UN Committee ... More >>
Government forces Kiwis into cars
Tuesday, 19 May 2009, 3:17 pm | Green Party
The Government’s plan for transport spending shows no vision and leaves New Zealanders with no other choice but to drive, the Green Party said today. “The Government intends to increase funding for state highway construction by $1 billion while slashing ... More >>
Hide undermines Local Government Commission
Tuesday, 19 May 2009, 3:15 pm | Green Party
Super-City lobbyist Grant Kirby's appointment to the Local Government Commission undermines its independence and exposes Rodney Hide's cronyism, Green Local Government Spokesperson Sue Kedgley said today. "Mr Hide is appointing his mates to key positions ... More >>
Greens plans MP visit to pig horror farms
Tuesday, 19 May 2009, 1:17 pm | Green Party
Green MP and Animal Welfare spokesperson Sue Kedgley says the Sunday programme’s footage of a North Island pig farm has lifted the petticoats on the New Zealand pork industry and exposed the truth about the misery of sows kept in cages for months ... More >>
Lee fails to front Mt Albert meeting
Tuesday, 19 May 2009, 12:07 pm | Green Party
The people of Mt Albert deserve a political leader who is prepared to publicly debate the electorate’s issues, so Melissa Lee should engage at tonight’s community meeting on SuperCity proposals, Green Party Co-Leader Dr Russel Norman said today. More >>
Greens Join Cycleway Project
Tuesday, 19 May 2009, 10:25 am | Green Party
The Green Party has extended its agreement with National to include the New Zealand Cycleway Project. "The cycleway can benefit the economy and the environment at the same time, and we strongly support this type of Green New Deal spending," said Green ... More >>
Greens to submit Foreshore and Seabed solution
Monday, 18 May 2009, 2:04 pm | Green Party
The Green Party is continuing to advocate for the repeal of the Foreshore and Seabed Act and the amendment of Te Ture Whenua Maori Act so that Maori rights are recognised and protected. The Green Party has always opposed the Foreshore and Seabed Act 2004 ... More >>
Agricultural Minister should visit pig farm
Monday, 18 May 2009, 11:35 am | Green Party
Green Animal Welfare Spokesperson Sue Kedgley is calling on the Minister of Agriculture to visit a typical intensive pig farm to see for himself the cruelty sows endure when they are locked into crates for months on end. Ms Kedgley’s call follows the ... More >>
Greens fight for democracy in Auckland
Friday, 15 May 2009, 3:43 pm | Green Party
The Green Party continues to protest in Parliament at the undemocratic way the Government is ramming through Super City legislation that eliminates eight elected Auckland Councils, and cedes dictatorial powers to a Transition Agency. "The only power left ... More >>
A Green New Deal: 4 Recent Statements
Friday, 15 May 2009, 12:45 pm | Green Party
1 April The Global Challenges of the 21st Century Kennedy Graham 8 April The Inadequacy of Traditional Politics Kevin Hague 29 April Green Politics for the 21st Century Jeanette Fitzsimons 6 May Green Economics for the Next Decade Russel Norman More >>
The Green Stimulus Package - Full Presentation
Friday, 15 May 2009, 12:27 pm | Green Party
What a Green Party Government would be doing right now to create jobs, stimulate appropriate economic activity and save the planet. More >>
Green Party Launches Economic Initiative
Friday, 15 May 2009, 10:45 am | Green Party
The Green Party begins a nationwide conversation on the economy today, presenting a billion-dollar stimulus package in 15 towns and cities and delivering its economic message to more than 300,000 New Zealand homes. "We're engaging on economic issues ... More >>
Government doesn't care about women
Thursday, 14 May 2009, 2:02 pm | Green Party
The axing of the Department of Labour's Pay and Employment Equity Unit yesterday is just another example of National's lack of commitment to human rights and equity issues, said Green Party MP Catherine Delahunty today. "This small and highly-effective ... More >>
Government stages coup d'état in Auckland
Wednesday, 13 May 2009, 11:08 am | Green Party
A few handpicked mates will have stripped Auckland's local authorities of all meaningful power by the end of this week, the Green Party said today. A Bill being passed under urgency today establishes an Auckland Transition Agency with draconian powers over ... More >>
Ramming motorway through Mt Albert unacceptable
Tuesday, 12 May 2009, 2:49 pm | Green Party
The National Government’s plan to bulldoze a motorway through Mt Albert is shortsighted, destructive and unnecessary, said Green Party Co-Leader Dr Russel Norman today. Responding to news that the Transport Agency will announce a $1.4 billion motorway project that ... More >>
Rankin appointment could sabotage Families Comm
Tuesday, 12 May 2009, 11:26 am | Green Party
Green Party MP Sue Bradford expressed surprised today at Christine Rankin's appointment as a Families Commissioner. "For years, Ms Rankin has been a high-profile opponent of the s59 reform of the Crimes Act that has played an important role in keeping ... More >>
